Reasons For Running Optimization Tests - Agilent Technologies PlateLoc User Manual

78 Chapter 5: Optimizing seal quality
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Reasons for running optimization tests

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Factors that affect
seal quality
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This topic explains the reasons for running optimization tests.
The seal quality depends on a number of factors, such as the plate
material, plate design, the type of seal you use, the need for support
under the plates, the seal temperature, and seal cycle duration.
Before you start to seal plates, make sure you run optimization tests to
determine the following:
The best seal to use
The best insert to use
The optimal sealing temperature
The optimal seal cycle duration
For more information about...
Plate considerations
Seal types
Insert types
See...
"Plate requirements" on page 9
"Seal material" on page 13
"Inserts" on page 10